How to make it

Heat oven to 350 degrees.

In a large skillet, brown ground beef and onion together. Drain any grease well. Add peas and carrots, garlic, parsley, and pepper. Stir in soup and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, about 5-10 minutes. Spoon mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole. Spread mashed potatoes over top, sealing to edges. Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes or until lightly browned (put a piece of foil under the casserole to catch any drips).

Note: Three large potatoes mashed with milk and butter make enough topping for my 2-quart square Corning casserole.